Production Coding Specialist

position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Production Coding Specialist based in the United States.

This remote opportunity is ideal for experienced medical coding professionals who are passionate about accuracy, compliance, and healthcare operations. In this role, you will review and abstract anesthesia and surgical documentation, ensuring the correct assignment of CPT, ICD-10, and ASA codes while supporting efficient revenue cycle processes. You will work with multiple electronic medical record systems and charge capture platforms in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. The position requires strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of coding guidelines, and the ability to independently manage productivity targets. Your expertise will directly contribute to accurate documentation, billing integrity, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with a team dedicated to operational excellence.

Accountabilities:: The Production Coding Specialist will be responsible for reviewing, coding, and abstracting medical documentation while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and productivity.

Review anesthesia records and related clinical documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with required elements, including signatures, dates, and attestations.

Abstract and assign appropriate CPT codes and accurately crosswalk surgical procedures to corresponding ASA codes.

Apply ICD-10 coding guidelines and assign diagnosis codes based on clinical documentation.

Review and assign appropriate coding modifiers in accordance with payer and regulatory requirements.

Analyze anesthesia records to determine start and end times, care team involvement, and medical direction requirements.

Identify and assign provider roles, including physicians, CRNAs, CAAs, residents, and other care team participants.

Ensure compliance with CMS regulations, NCCI edits, LCD/NCD policies, and organizational coding standards.

Meet established productivity targets, coding accuracy standards, and quarterly audit performance requirements.

Adhere to departmental workflows, coding playbooks, HIPAA regulations, and confidentiality policies.

Support additional coding and documentation-related activities as assigned.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented coding professional with strong expertise in surgical and anesthesia coding, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Current Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required; Certified Anesthesia and Pain Management Coder (CANPC) certification is a plus.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in surgical coding, with anesthesia coding experience strongly preferred.

Strong knowledge of complex surgical CPT coding and ICD-10 coding guidelines.

Experience coding for physicians, CRNAs, CAAs, nurse practitioners, residents, and related provider types.

Familiarity with NCCI bundling, CMS regulations, LCD/NCD policies, and anesthesia coding guidelines.

Experience working with multiple EMR systems, electronic documentation platforms, and charge capture solutions.

Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe PDF tools.

Strong computer literacy and data entry skills, including ten-key proficiency.

Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high productivity standards in a remote setting.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to coding accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants residing in California, Hawaii, or Alaska are not eligible for this position.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $18.17 to $29.04 per hour , based on experience, qualifications, and skills.

Eligibility for quarterly performance-based bonus opportunities.

Fully remote work arrangement within eligible U.S. locations.

Opportunity to work with advanced coding platforms, EMR systems, and specialized healthcare documentation.

Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on professional excellence and continuous improvement.

Exposure to complex anesthesia and surgical coding cases that support ongoing professional development.

Potential access to healthcare, retirement, paid time off, and additional employee benefits in accordance with the partner company's policies.

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